Where our story began~

Where  our story began~
I want my children to know that the temple is my favorite place to be. It is there that I am closest to my father in Heaven. I have a great love for the work that goes on in the temple. I know that we have a great work to do while we are here on earth and I am priveledged to be a part of that work. I have a testimony of Jesus Christ as my savior and redeemer. He has never let me down, not once.....I'm so blessed to have children that know at a young age who they are and what they stand for. I'm greatful for the Christlike examples in our lives. We are surrounded by people we love and that love us, what a blessing. The temple is where our story, The Taylor Story began....I pray that it is only the begining of a legacy of faith, service, love, obedience and happiness. Much Love~ Mom

1/05/2009

Walk tall, Your a Daughter of God~

This birthday for Maddy meant something different than all the other birthdays, Twelve is the magic number that signifies growth into young womanhood!! No longer a primary aged child but rounding the corner into "change", excitement, growth spiritually and physically! She was so excited when she was kidnapped at church by all the young women!! They really made her feel welcome~ This is the young women's theme~ It is recited out loud every Sunday while the girls are in Young women (until they turn 18)~
We are daughters of our Heavenly Father, who loves us, and we love him. We will "stand as witnesses of God at all times and in all places" as we strive to live the young women's values, which are:
Faith~ Divine Nature~ Individual Worth~ Knowledge~ Choice and accountability~ good works~ integrity~ and virtue~
We believe as we come to accept and act upon these values, we will be prepared to strengthen home and family, make and keep sacred covenants, receive the ordinances of the temple,and enjoy the blessings of exaltation.

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Isn't it hard too bear your testimony on the Camera on the blog.

Thanks Maddy for saying my name and I hope that my opportunity for Young Womens will be a thing to Remember.

Love Ya,Maddi

Smith Family said...

Maddy, thank you for bearing your testimony, it was beautiful. YW's is such a fun time, I hope that you enjoy it and grow from the experiences you'll get to be apart of. Way to go girl!

Jenny Roberts said...

Maddy, you have a beautiful and strong testimony. YW's is great. Enjoy the time you have in there.

Brea said...

Maddy, you are such a sweet girl!! We are sure going to miss you in primary but,I know you will love YW's!!